Shift: This role is 1st Shift, 11:00 PM-7:30 AM

Hourly Rate: $38.05 an hour + $0 shift differential

The Controls Technician role at Conagra is responsible for the day to day troubleshooting and preventative care of the facilities electrical and mechanical equipment and devices. The technician will design and manage projects, upgrade electrical systems and controls and lead training in the electrical department. This position is onsite in St. Elmo, Illinois and reports to the Maintenance Manager. Enhanced reliability is achieved through on time completion, and strict adherence to continuous improvement philosophies and methods. Brands made at our facility include Mrs. Butterworth's, Log Cabin, Wish-Bone and Open Pit.

You Will:

You will perform all work conforming to Conagra, state and local standards and codes and you will be assigned the following responsibilities:

• Navigate and program all Allen Bradley Software Platforms (RS Logix 5, RS Logix 500, RS Logix 5000, Studio 5000, Factory Talk View ME).

• Navigate PLC Networks (DH Plus/Ethernet).

• Set IP Addressing.

• Update firmware versions.

• Program Allen Bradley and ABB Variable Frequency Drives, managed network switches (Stratix), Process Control Devices.

• Improve the reliability and efficiency of production processes.

• Train production technicians, maintenance technicians and peers.

• Document training and train on all shifts.

You Have:

• Must have a minimum of 3-5 years satisfactory experience in industrial-type PLC programming or equivalent amount of technical schooling and experience.

• Can read and interpret electrical schematics.

• Must have experience with 24 VDC through 480 VAC power and control systems.

• Can safely use test equipment for troubleshooting.

• Must have experience with 4-20 ma instrument circuits.

• Must have programming and troubleshooting knowledge of Allen Bradley programmable controllers.

• Must understand packaging and industrial automation processes.

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Anticipated Close Date: August 25, 2024

Location: Saint Elmo, Illinois

Our Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance
• Wealth: Great pay, 401(k)/pension eligibility, financial wellness programs and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups and team collaboration
• Balance: Paid-time off and volunteer opportunities

Our Company:

Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. Guided by an entrepreneurial spirit, our Company combines a rich heritage of making great food with a sharpened focus on innovation. Our portfolio is evolving to satisfy people's changing food preferences. Our iconic brands, such as Birds Eye, Duncan Hines, Healthy Choice, Marie Callender's, Reddi-wip, and Slim Jim, and emerging brands, including Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP, Duke's, Earth Balance, Gardein, and Frontera, offer choices for every occasion.

We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit www.conagrabrands.com.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. ​